Kelly reviews

3.6

70% would recommend to a friend

(6,841 total reviews)
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Chris Layden

80% approve of CEO

60% positive business outlook

Kelly has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 6,841 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Kelly employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Human Resources & Staffing industry (3.8 stars).

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7K reviews
5.0
May 15, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Hours. Environment. Quick help when needed

Cons

Pay could be better but it’s good

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Kelly Response
2w
Thank you so much for your positive review! Your feedback is greatly appreciated!
4.0
May 14, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Great people and supportive colleagues Strong client base with well-known, high-quality companies Good exposure to interesting recruitment challenges and industries

Cons

Limited career advancement opportunities Fewer internal mobility paths or clearly defined progression route

5.0
May 13, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Flexible schedule, easy entry in education, weekly pay, and opportunity to network.

Cons

pay can be low, limited benefits, classroom behavior challenges

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Kelly Response
2w
Thank you for sharing your experience and feedback. We’re glad to hear you’ve found value in the flexibility, opportunities, and connections that come with the role. We also appreciate your thoughtful feedback around compensation, benefits, and the importance of showing appreciation to support and retain our substitutes.
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